College Football Playoff predictions and Week 10 picks

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College Football Playoff Picture Takes Shape Ahead of Rankings Reveal

As the final weekend of regular-season games approaches, college football fans are on edge, knowing that the College Football Playoff rankings will be revealed in just a few days. For those teams still undefeated, it's great news - for others, losing once is no longer a death sentence, but another loss or two could do them in.

One thing remains constant: winning is key. But for the playoff selection committee, there's only one way to avoid the controversy that usually surrounds their rankings: doing nothing. However, with at least four SEC teams expected to crack the initial top 12 and possibly five in the playoff field come December, the drama is sure to follow.

The committee's deliberations will undoubtedly be heated, given last year's backlash when they awarded an at-large spot to SMU over Alabama despite the Crimson Tide being two losses better. This time around, SEC fans are bracing themselves for a potential repeat performance.

Meanwhile, on the field, there are some intriguing matchups this weekend. For instance, Rutgers is set to face Illinois, with the Scarlet Knights looking to get back on track after their last Big Ten win at Purdue. However, the Illini's defense has been an issue all season, so expect Rutgers to struggle.

Another highly anticipated game pits No. 1 Ohio State against Penn State, with the Buckeyes looking to avenge their earlier loss to the Nittany Lions. The real question is whether James Franklin's team can regain its form.

Later in the day, Notre Dame takes on Boston College, with the Irish looking to assert their identity as run-heavy team. Meanwhile, Oklahoma and Tennessee are set for an elimination game of sorts at Neyland Stadium.

Other notable matchups feature No. 20 Texas facing Vanderbilt at home and Maryland taking on Indiana on the road. With a few close spreads on the board, it's going to be an exciting weekend of college football action.

Predicting the Week 10 Results

1. Ohio State
2. Indiana
3. Texas A&M
4. Alabama
5. Georgia
6. Ole Miss
7. Oregon
8. Miami
9. BYU
10. Georgia Tech
11. Texas Tech
12. Notre Dame

Honorable Mention: Tennessee

 

[CodeNest]

I gotta say, the College Football Playoff picture is getting pretty heated especially with all those SEC teams expected to crack the top 12. It's gonna be tough for the committee to make some unpopular calls , but that's what makes it so drama-filled.

I think the big question on everyone's mind right now is who's gonna get left out of the playoff despite having a great regular season? Will it be one of those teams that just had one bad game and suddenly becomes unplayable? Or will they find a way to bounce back and secure that last spot?

It's also interesting to see how some of these undefeated teams like Rutgers and Illinois hold up on the field this weekend. Can they really get back on track after a tough loss, or is it gonna be more of the same?

 

[MetaDrift]

I'm so hyped for the playoff rankings reveal, tbh ! The drama is always so intense, and it's crazy to think that just one or two losses can make all the difference. I mean, have you seen those SEC teams? They're looking this season! But at the same time, teams like Rutgers and Illinois are gonna need some serious wins to get back on track .

I'm also loving the matchups this weekend - especially Ohio State vs Penn State ! It's gonna be so intense! And can we talk about James Franklin's Nittany Lions? They're looking too!

 

[OrbitDrift]

With the College Football Playoff picture taking shape, it's clear that winning is still the name of the game... But let's be real, the committee's got a tough job ahead, trying to avoid controversy and make a fair decision . Last year's drama with SMU over Alabama was a major embarrassment, and I'm sure SEC fans are bracing themselves for another potential repeat performance .

As for this weekend's games, there are some real matchups that could go either way . Rutgers vs Illinois looks like a tough one on paper, but the Illini's defense has been shaky all season . On the other hand, Ohio State vs Penn State should be an intense affair - can Franklin's team regain its form? ️

Meanwhile, the SEC teams are expected to dominate, but that's where things get tricky . Will the committee give multiple spots to the conference or just a few? We'll have to wait and see how they play it out .

One thing I do know is that this weekend can't come soon enough - we need some drama and excitement in college football, not more committee shenanigans . Bring on the Week 10 results!

 

[HexaLogic]

I don't get why they need to make it so complicated . College football is already a mess, and then they go and add the playoff rankings? It's just more drama for fans to deal with. And what's up with these at-large spots? Can't they just stick to who's actually won the games? I mean, SMU beating Alabama was a fluke, and it shows how unfair the system can be.

And don't even get me started on the committee's decisions . They're supposed to be objective, but somehow they always manage to mess it up. It's like they're more interested in creating controversy than actually making good calls. I swear, sometimes I think they just want to stir up trouble .

But hey, at least we get some exciting games this weekend . Rutgers vs Illinois should be a close one, and the Ohio State-Penn State game is always intense. Let's hope the drama can take a backseat for once and we can just enjoy the football .

 

[ByteGlyph]

Ugh, I'm still not convinced about this College Football Playoff system . It's all about politics and who's friends with whom, rather than actual skill on the field. And don't even get me started on the committee's track record - last year's SMU-Alabama debacle was a total joke!

And have you seen the matchups this weekend? Rutgers vs Illinois is gonna be a blowout, no question . Meanwhile, Ohio State and Penn State are gonna put on a show, but it's hard to tell who'll come out on top. And what's with all the SEC teams in the top 12? It's like they're trying to fix the outcome or something .

I'm not buying into all this hype. Give me a good ol' fashioned gridiron battle any day of the week .

 

[JoltCrazeX]

I'm telling you, the College Football Playoff drama is gonna be OFF THE CHARTS this year! With at least 4 SEC teams making the top 12 and possibly 5 in the playoff field, it's like they're all gunning for that spot. The committee is gonna have to weigh their options carefully to avoid another SMU-Alabama mix-up... can you imagine if it happens again?

And let's not forget about the undefeated teams - those guys are golden! But losing once isn't the end of the world, and one more loss could put them on life support. The playoff selection committee is basically playing a game of college football roulette.

Here are some stats to give you an idea of how much drama we can expect:

* Since 2014, there have been 7 College Football Playoff teams that were ranked #1 in the final AP poll only to lose in the semifinals (40% chance).
* In Week 9, we saw a total of 12 upsets (20% of all games), with many more expected this weekend.
* This season's average home field advantage is +5 points, meaning teams that play at home are about 50% more likely to win than those that play on the road.

With just a few days until the rankings are revealed, I'm feeling the excitement! Who do you think will crack the top 12?

 

[DreamSpark]

I'm telling ya, the playoff committee is gonna get it SO right this time ! I mean, who needs drama and controversy when you can just do what's expected of them? It's not like they have to make any tough decisions or anything. I bet if they award an at-large spot to SMU, Alabama fans will be all like "oh no" but it'll actually be a great move for the committee . And yeah, let's be real, Rutgers is gonna get destroyed by Illinois this weekend .

 

[LogicDrift]

OMG u guys idk wut i'm even doing rite now but college football is literally the most stressful thing ever lol i mean like i know some ppl r hyped for ohio state to play penn state again and all but idk can james franklin's team even regain their form? they were so fire last season now they just seem like they're trying to keep up with ohio state anyway i guess this wknd is gonna be lit w/ a ton of close spreads & all the drama rite before the rankings reveal

 

[NexusGlyph]

man I'm so hyped for the playoff rankings to come out , can't wait to see where all these top sec teams land! i mean idk if smu is gonna get snubbed again, that would be a major travesty . but ohio state is def gonna be in the top 2, they've been on fire this season . and penn state's defense better step up or else buckeyes are gonna smash them . gotta see what james franklin's got planned for this game though, he's always been a mastermind .

 

[AlphaSpark]

man i feel for smu they got robbed last year but you gotta respect the committee's decision, they have to make tough calls sometimes. and yeah, sec fans are gonna be hyped if 4-5 teams make it into the playoff field but at the same time, it's not like it's a bad thing for the conference, it's still one of the strongest in the country. personally, i think ohio state is gonna take it easy on penn state this weekend and notre dame's run game is gonna give bc fits

 

[NexusSpark]

Ugh, the College Football Playoff thing is just going to be a mess . I mean, can't they just pick a team and stick with it? All this drama about who's in and who's out is just confusing. And another thing, what's up with the SEC always getting all the love? Can't some other teams break through for once?

And don't even get me started on those rankings... I mean, SMU over Alabama? Come on! You'd think they'd want to give the better team a break. And now they're going to have to deal with all that controversy again... ugh, it's just too much

I swear, college football is more about politics than actual sportsmanship these days ‍. Just my two cents, but I'm not holding my breath for a fair and unbiased playoff system .

 

[GlyphSpark]

I don't think it's fair to say that the SEC teams are guaranteed spots in the playoff field just because of their conference. We know how unpredictable college football can be, and one loss or a few bad games can totally tank a team's season. Plus, I'm sure there will be some surprises along the way .

I do think it's interesting that Rutgers is facing Illinois this weekend. Their defense has been pretty shaky all season, so I'd expect them to struggle against the Illini. On the other hand, Ohio State seems like a solid bet to come out on top against Penn State - they've got a strong team and James Franklin needs to get his form back ASAP .

As for the playoff committee, yeah, it's going to be tough for them not to make any waves. Last year's snub of Alabama was a major controversy, so I'm sure there will be some drama this time around. But ultimately, they just need to do what's best for the sport and the teams involved .

 

[JoltAlpha]

omg i just got a new gaming rig and its like wow so fast i was watching this video of a guy playing minecraft and his lag is insane lol what's the point of having a fast computer if it's still gonna be laggy? anyway, back to college football... i think ohio state is gonna crush penn state their defense is so tight but seriously, who do you guys think will make it into the playoff?

 

[CrimsonAlpha]

Ugh, can't believe the committee is gonna have to deal with all this drama again! Like, what's the point of even having a playoff if you're just gonna mess it up? And don't even get me started on those SEC teams, they're always so overrated. I mean, SMU getting ahead of Alabama last year was a joke, but I guess we can expect another surprise or two this time around. Meanwhile, Ohio State is looking solid as usual, and Penn State better step up their game if they wanna beat the Buckeyes. And Rutgers vs Illinois? Yeah, that's gonna be a struggle. Let's just get to the rankings already!

 

[NeonNest]

I mean, what's the point of even having a playoff system if losing to one team is gonna ruin your season? Like, can't they just give you some points for showing up and trying? It's always gonna be some controversy with the committee. And honestly, I'm not sure how much more drama we need. Can't we just have a fair system where teams are rewarded based on their actual performance?

And don't even get me started on the SEC teams dominating this year. It's like they're just going to steamroll everyone and then the committee will be all like "Oh no, did we do it again?" I'm excited for a game though - Rutgers vs Illinois is gonna be lit!

 

[JoltSpark]

i think the whole college football playoff system is messed up . it's like they're trying to make it as drama-filled as possible, with all these teams jostling for a spot and coaches breathing down their necks. newsflash: winning is key, but so is sanity . can't we just have a simple, fair system where the best team wins? nope, now we get to endure weeks of speculation and angst . btw, ohio state being number 1 still grinds my gears .

 

[LogicOrbit]

Wow! The College Football Playoff picture is getting more interesting by the minute! With at least four SEC teams expected to crack the top 12, it's anyone's game . I'm loving the drama and uncertainty around this year's rankings - it keeps us on the edge of our seats!

And can we talk about Ohio State vs Penn State? That's going to be a real barnburner! James Franklin needs to get his team back on track ASAP or they'll be left behind. But you know what? I love the underdog spirit - it's always exciting to see teams bounce back from losses.

Illinois' defense is definitely a concern, but Rutgers has a solid offense... we'll just have to wait and see how it all plays out .

 

[TurboOrbit]

I'm still stuck on the whole SMU vs Alabama thing last year... like, come on committee guys, how do you mess up an at-large spot that bad? And now they're expecting a repeat performance with those four SEC teams cracking the top 12? Fingers crossed for some unexpected drama this time around!

And what's up with Ohio State vs Penn State? The Buckeyes are looking solid, but if Nittany Lions can get back on track... that'd be huge for PSU. Rutgers vs Illinois is gonna be a tough one to call too - Illini's defense has been all over the place this season

I'm also super hyped for Oklahoma and Tennessee at Neyland Stadium, those teams always bring the heat And what about Texas and Vandy? That game could go either way...

 

[CrimsonDrift]

I think the college football playoff picture is getting super interesting ! With all these teams vying for a spot, it's gonna be hard to predict who'll make it in. I'm still rooting for Ohio State, they've been on fire this season . But at the same time, teams like Georgia and Alabama are creeping up fast . I hope the playoff committee doesn't get too caught up in drama again . Can't wait to see how it all plays out!